Occupational Therapist

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

11d

About The Position

Therapists apply current knowledge, theory, evidence, and sound clinical judgment in patient management. The Occupational Therapist works closely with patients, families, and members of an interdisciplinary team to provide efficient, effective, individualized patient care. The therapist also advocates for and promotes health, wellness, and fitness to stakeholders; educates and mentors therapy students, peers, and other medical professionals; and assists with department and program planning.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy program.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as an Occupational Therapist in Minnesota; current Minnesota occupational therapy licensure is required.
• NBCOT certification as an OTR is required for employment and must be maintained through recertification every three years.
• Demonstrated skills in organization, communication, interpersonal relations, leadership, decision making, and problem solving.

Nice To Haves

• Board certification in a clinical specialty area and/or an advanced degree in a health care field.
• Active participation in a professional organization.

Responsibilities

• Apply current knowledge, theory, evidence, and sound clinical judgment in patient management.
• Work with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to provide efficient, effective, individualized patient care.
• Advocate for and promote health, wellness, and fitness to stakeholders.
• Educate and mentor therapy students, peers, and other medical professionals.
• Assist with department and program planning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time